#37 Jerry Seinfeld

Comedian continues to cash in on the syndication rights for Seinfeld more than a decade after the show ended its run on NBC. Brings in millions more doing stand-up on the road. Was reportedly paid $10 million to star in a Microsoft commercial alongside Bill Gates; marketing campaign eventually ditched.

#54 Chris Rock

In the past 12 months, the multi-tasking comic produced and acted in multiple Hollywood films (Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa, the upcoming Death at a Funeral), released a new HBO stand-up special (Kill the Messenger) and embarked on his very profitable "No Apologies" stand-up tour. He also snagged a new book contract. His TV show, Everyone Hates Chris, will begin a lucrative syndication deal in the fall.

#80 David Copperfield

Famed illusionist pulled the greatest trick of all: banking $30 million in the middle of a recession. Touring show David Copperfield: An Intimate Evening of Grand Illusion continues to sell out large arenas around the country, including long-term stays at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.

#84 Jeff Dunham

Ventriloquist struck comic gold after two decades of paying dues on the club circuit. Dunham's banner year included the highest-grossing stand-up tour of 2008 and a YouTube clip that drew more than 89 million views. Native Texan makes millions more with merchandise and DVD sales. In January, he inked a multiplatform deal with Comedy Central to create a new special, tour and TV show slated to debut in late 2009.

#96 Penn & Teller

Penn & Teller's self-described "psychotic" and "eccentric" blend of magic, science and skepticism continue to enthrall Vegas audiences. The duo's act at the Rio continues turning huge profits and their Showtime myth-debunking show, Penn & Teller: Bullshit!, kicks off its seventh season this month. Penn Jillette appeared on the most recent reason of Dancing with the Stars, was booted out in the first round.